The Ka-52K Katran Helicopter is a ship-based version of the
Ka-52 Alligator reconnaissance and combat helicopter which was designed for
operations aboard the French-built Mistral-class amphibious assault ships which
Russia was going to purchase. When that sale fell through and the 2 ships went
to Egypt. The Russians managed to get one over the Obama administration by
selling them to Cairo.

Based on the airframe of the Ka-52 Alligator, which itself
is a modified variant of the Ka-50 attack helicopter. The equipment and systems
of the helicopter have been modified to suit naval operations. It features an
advanced glass cockpit, which accommodates two pilots in side-by-side layout.
It can be operated by either pilot and is equipped with advanced avionics and
powerful weapon systems, which can be configured for different roles. The
helicopter carries a 2A42-1 30mm automatic cannon and high-fragmentation,
explosive incendiary, or armour-piercing rounds. It is also capable of
launching Kh-31 and Kh-35 air-to-surface missiles.